Soils [AR.SO]
Planning for Spring Cultivations and the Whole Farm Plan
As autumn cultivations are completed, a quieter period over winter provides the perfect opportunity to think forward to spring. Take the chance to plan for nutrient management to optimise crop…
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Field Beans – Uses and Market Outlook
Field beans are a relatively low input crop, requiring no artificial nitrogen fertiliser and relatively moderate levels of field cultivation. They also offer a good entry for following cereal crops…
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Understanding Portable Soil Moisture Meters
We recently published an article on in-situ moisture sensors here. But, for those wanting to experiment before taking the leap, portable meters remain a useful entry-level option. These handheld devices…
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Soil Moisture Monitoring: Technology for Modern Irrigation Management
This document gives an overview of soil moisture monitoring technologies for farmers and growers. This isn’t a complete review. This field is growing fast, with new products and methods showing…
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Forage Triticale: Value on Mixed Arable and Livestock Farms
Triticale, a hybrid of wheat and rye, makes up a small fraction of the agricultural area in Scotland at 0.1% of combinable crops in the 2024 Scottish Agricultural Census. It…
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Thrill of The Hill – Understanding Soil From The Ground Up with Lorna Galloway
Soil is a perennial topic, something that needs to be discussed on a recurring basis, and last time we did so was with Dr Bill Crooks some years ago now.…
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Step-by-Step Guide to Soil Structure Assessment
This article is produced as a part of the FAS Crops & Soils Bulletin. Subscribe now to receive the full report in your inbox monthly. Recent wet weather conditions could…
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How to Interpret Your Soil Analysis
This article is produced as a part of the FAS Crops & Soils Bulletin. Subscribe now to receive the full report in your inbox monthly. Understanding the information you receive…
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Soil Carbon Code Update
This article is produced as a part of the FAS Crops & Soils Bulletin. Subscribe now to receive the full report in your inbox monthly. Soil carbon has been a…
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